"It feels like when you say that, you're really sad, as if you've experienced this kind of farewell many times," Myrna said, looking at the dim light reflected in Yuxie's face.
"Impossible. You're overthinking it," Yuxie said as he stood up. "It's getting late. I'm going to bed."
Time passed day by day.
The cold of this winter lasted a long time, and even after the arrival of spring, the low temperatures continued.
The spring sunlight melted the winter snow, but it didn't bring the usual warmth.
With Myrna's help, Yuxie's all-purpose agency gained more and more recognition. It became so busy that the two of them couldn't keep up.
Sometimes, Buer and Nabu would come to help, and even Al-Ahmar would occasionally assist.
That morning, after breakfast, Yuxie and Myrna were about to begin their work for the day, but Buer's arrival changed their plans.
"Do you have time today?" Buer stood before Yuxie and Myrna.
"We have two commissions, but they aren't urgent. Why?" Yuxie responded.
Buer seemed to be in a good mood today. A smile played on her lips as the wind ruffled her silver hair. She reached up and tucked some stray strands behind her ear, still smiling as she spoke.
"Al-Ahmar invited us to visit him. Let's go."
...
In the desert, there was a thriving city with a luxurious palace standing in the central rear.
This was the domain of King Deshret, where copper-skinned soldiers diligently carried out their duties, and the ordinary people lived in peace.
Such a sight in the desert could only exist due to the leadership of King Deshret and the joint efforts of everyone.
Yuxie, Buer, and Myrna arrived in the city. As soon as they entered, several soldiers came forward to greet them.
"Lord Rukkhadevata, Mr. Yuxie, and Miss Myrna, King Deshret has asked me to welcome you. Please, follow me."
Led by the soldiers, the three of them were guided to a finely decorated room. On the table were the desert's special products.
"Please rest here for a moment. King Deshret is reviewing tonight's party agenda. It may be until the party starts before you can meet him. King Deshret asked me to apologize on his behalf."
"Will he really care so much about something like this?" Buer asked, slightly surprised.
"For usual parties, King Deshret doesn't get involved much. But he said this one is different, with both Lord Rukkhadevata and Goddess of Flowers here, plus two special guests. Naturally, he must personally ensure that nothing goes wrong with the event."
"He wasn't like this before," Buer remarked with a light laugh.
"Well then, I'll take my leave. If you need anything, please feel free to call me."
With that, the soldier left the room.
Yuxie took a quick look around the carefully arranged room. It was clear this was a space King Deshret used to host important guests, with every item, from craftsmanship to placement, thoughtfully considered.
Opening the window, Yuxie could see the view outside.
The unique desert landscape—nature's magnificent work.
At this moment, Myrna slowly walked up to Buer's side and softly said to her:
"Lord Rukkhadevata, recently, Yuxie hasn't had any unusual interactions with the opposite sex. Please, don't worry."
Buer had just picked up a Henna Berry from the table when Myrna's words surprised her, causing the fruit to fall back onto the table.
"Myrna…"
"Don't worry, Lord Rukkhadevata, I will keep an eye on Yuxie. If anything happens, I'll report it to you immediately!"
"Myrna, did you misunderstand something?" Buer asked, but another thought flashed in her mind—Did Myrna really misunderstand?
"Misunderstand? Could it be..." Myrna hesitated.
"What are you two talking about?" Yuxie walked over to them.
"It's nothing," Buer quickly said. "Do you want to try Henna Berry? It's a special product of the desert."
"Are you two hiding something from me?" Yuxie squinted at Buer, noticing a flicker of guilt in her eyes.
"No, of course not. Why would we hide something from you?" Buer looked away, avoiding Yuxie's gaze.
Yuxie glanced at Myrna and sensed that something wasn't quite right.
"We were just talking about things girls talk about. Do you want to hear about it, Yuxie?" Myrna said.
Yuxie hesitated for a moment. "...No need. You can continue."
With that, he sighed lightly, walking over to the window to gaze at the desert landscape outside.
As he watched the sky gradually darken, the party began.
Outside, on the open-air grounds, tables were laden with all sorts of delicious foods, their enticing colors and fragrances awakening everyone's appetite.
The city in the desert was celebrating, bringing back the long-awaited revelry. The people were laughing and dancing, and everything seemed peaceful and joyful.
Skilled musicians played unique instruments of the desert, and the heavenly music drifted into everyone's ears, enchanting them.
Yuxie, Buer, Nabu, Al-Ahmar, and Myrna sat at the same table, which was naturally the best spot in the entire party venue.
"Apologies for the lack of hospitality. I hope you all will forgive me," King Deshret said, raising his glass to the group.
Everyone raised their glasses in turn, clinking them across the air.
The party continued steadily.
But Yuxie noticed that Myrna seemed a little uncomfortable.
Yuxie noticed the change in the girl's expression and could tell what she was thinking.
"Do you remember what I told you before? Don't think of it as overstepping."
His soft words, mingling with the music, reached Myrna's ears, and she paused for a moment.
"These three gods have never thought that you shouldn't be sitting here, so be brave," Yuxie added.
Myrna was even more stunned.
Many thoughts intertwined in her mind, like chaotic lines.
After a moment, it seemed like she suddenly understood something.
She turned her head, smiled at Yuxie, and raised her glass.
Yuxie didn't say anything more. The two glasses clinked together with a crisp sound.
Under the starlight, the party gradually drew to a close.
Most people had already gone back to rest. Yuxie was about to head back as well when he noticed a familiar figure on a small hill in the distance.
It was Nabu.
Without thinking much, Yuxie walked over to her, approaching her side.
"What's up? Came here to sober up?"
Hearing Yuxie's voice, Nabu turned her head, smiling as she responded.
"No, I didn't drink too much. I just suddenly wanted to see the view here."
Below the hill was a not very high cliff, and beneath the cliff was the bustling city.
Bathed in moonlight, the city seemed to be in a deep slumber, very quiet.
For some reason, Yuxie felt that Nabu had a lot on her mind, but she carefully hid those thoughts, as if she didn't want anyone to know.
End of chapter
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